Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Fua'amotu International Airport (TBU): what you need to know
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your MEL to TBU flight.
Travelling during a peak month like January? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Fua'amotu International Airport. These are the top stopovers between MEL and TBU:
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
Auckland Airport
Nadi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Fua'amotu International Airport (TBU)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Fua'amotu International Airport flight is R 5,237. A round-trip ticket is currently R 10,103. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's often best to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from MEL to TBU. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price in each month when searching for your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Fua'amotu International Airport.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from MEL to TBU by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Fua'amotu International Airport.
Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, data shows 67.71% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is about 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 40 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Fua'amotu International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to MEL:
Arriving at Fua'amotu International Airport (TBU)
Step off your Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Fua'amotu International Airport flight and be relaxing in your hotel bed shortly after. If you need a handy option a short journey from TBU, unpack your bags at ALOFT Airport Accommodation.
Go beyond Fua`amotu and discover places that aren't on most itineraries with your own set of wheels. You can grab a Fua'amotu International Airport rental car from Avis.
Improve your chances of scoring the best rate by booking early. Reserving your vehicle from Fua'amotu International Airport several weeks in advance is a wise move.
Getting from Fua'amotu International Airport (TBU) to central Fua`amotu
The centre of Fua`amotu is roughly 2 kilometres from Fua'amotu International Airport. The time it takes to get there by car will vary based on time of day, so do a little research before you go.
When to fly to Fua'amotu International Airport (TBU)
The quietest month for a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Fua'amotu International Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Fua`amotu based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Explore more of Tonga
Fuaamotu, a trip to Nuku'alofa will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Royal Palace of Tonga, Tonga National Museum and WWII War Memorial Cenotaph.
If you want to check out another corner of Tonga, head for Neiafu, about 306 kilometres north-east of Fua`amotu. Vava'u Whale Watching Adventures, Neiafu Tonga Temple and Mt Talau are key highlights.